I feel like NYC is rubbing off on me in a big way now that the seasons are changing. The cold weather has me gravitating towards all black, chic and cozy outfits… with pops of leopard. But even more than that, I’m falling in love with a trend that I totally surprises me: Faux Fur Vests.
My city friends have been rocking them forever (Jess loves ’em and Mackenzie does too– she even wore one the first time we met!). Now I’m ready to jump on the bandwagon.
Even two weeks ago, I would have said that faux fur vests were certainly not for me. But every time I’ve been out shopping, I’ve been gravitating towards them in a big way.
How perfect does Olivia Palermo look in hers?
Some of my favorite picks:
Do you have a faux fur vest? How do you style yours?
xoxo
PS I’m scared… can I even pull this off?!
I'm not a fan of the faux fur. It seems very 1970's. And I don't need the added bulk. I'll stick with my waist-tied coats <3
http://scallopedandbows.blogspot.ca
I'm so obsessed with my two faux fur vests. I think they're amazing statement pieces for the fall and winter! 🙂 I love to style them.
Danielle xx
missglamdan.com
I love faux fur vests, though collars and shawls are my favorite. Popping on a warm, fuzzy faux shearling collar over a peacoat or other jacket is a perfect way to take it from fall to winter. xx
Liztisch.blogspot.com
I never thought I would get into this trend, but I have recently been on the hunt for a fur vest. When wearing one, I would let the vest be the focal point and keep the rest of my outfit simple.
Pareasa
The FAB Journal
I've never been a big fan of vests of any kinds, but I really like faux fur vests! They are just a fun piece to have in your wardrobe 🙂
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
I think they're super cute and really easy to style! I don't really care for the shaggy fur ones, but I love them in dark brown or black!
Abigail,
http://travelandreadmorethanonepage.blogspot.com
That's what I first thought about this trend too, but I find myself loving the fur vest looks now haha 🙂
Hunter
http://www.preponabudget.com
I've had my fur vest for a few years and I still wear it alllll the time during the colder months! They can easily be layered over so many different pieces and are a great way to spice up an outfit, so I suggest you hop on the bandwagon! 🙂 the easiest way I've found to wear mine is over a simple chambray button up, but I also like to later it over sweaters, dresses, etc.
Jessie
jessieholmesspringer.com
Not that brave… yet. But I do have a Pinterest board for styling faux fur!! http://www.pinterest.com/ktoupsrd/faux-fur/
ehh im not a huge fan of this trend. some ppl can pull it off tho. xo
I really liked this trend but I didn't like how the huge vests swallowed my small frame. So I picked one up from the kids section of h&m. Not only was it the perfect size but it was a lot cheaper! I love them over plaid or over sweater dresses.
I am in the same boat as you. I have never been big into the faux fur thing, but recently I have found myself coveting some faux fur vests! I just don't know if I can pull them off or not. I really like the Madewell one you posted, it's really cute!
– Kelsey
http://kelseyinreallife.wordpress.com/
I really like the faux fur vests, two years ago I saw one in the Michael Kors outlet and fell in love but I flaked on buying it… to this day I still regret it!
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
I LOVE this trend! I got mine a few years ago and still wear it all the time. Mine is a beige/light brown fur, and I like to wear it with black skinnies, boots, and a black long sleeve cowl neck top I got in Ann Taylor. I alwasy get tons of compliments on the look!
– Tracy
http://www.partiesandpearls.blogspot.com
It's definitely a risk, especially for me, to wear a faux fur vest on any day. But it's a chance I'll take since I'm wearing all black anyway!
Your Friend, Jess
I personally don't own one but now, I think I'm going to make an investment. They look so versatile and easy to dress up, a total must!
http://njcdesigns.blogspot.co.uk/
Just make sure your faux fur is actually faux fur! Lots of it is mislabeled. Here is a cheat sheet from the US Humane Society: http://www.humanesociety.org/assets/pdfs/fur/field-guide-on-real-vs-fake-fur-final.pdf
I go through phases where I think I want one but then I don't. It just hasn't stuck around long enough for me to give in and buy it. Usually about the time the trend is nearly over.
Mana
Fashion and Happy Things
I have several vintage and faux fur vests. I'm absolutely obsessed and they are definitely a near necessity in New York. Mine have literally gotten me through 5 winters and counting!
I was on the same page as you, girlfriend, but then I studied abroad in Italy last summer and EVERYONE wore a faux fur vest! After that I have been so obsessed and on the hunt for one for my own. Thanks for sharing the links. (:
xo.
J @ coffee and honeycomb
I love the idea of a faux fur vest…but since the style first became popular a few years ago, I haven't been able to find the perfect one. I'm very picky with how it fits (I don't like them too puffy). Also, affordability is really important! Any cheap suggestions?!
cristinamariek.blogspot.com
Love it!
IMPOSTER has by far my favorite faux fur vests and all faux fur in general!!
(http://www.boutique.imposter4animals.com/vests#.Unp-WZTXR8M)
The best part is they are 100% cruelty-free and proceeds even go back to animal protection groups and the Humane Society!! So great!
You can definitely pull off the faux-fur vest!! 😀
Emily
I love mine! I wear mine all the time. I got mine through Banana Republic and still get so many compliments on it 🙂